Allmand Brothers Allmand 8.5 10 FT BACKHOE - Manual (Page 31)

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CYLINDER SEAL REPLACE
Now insert the seal into the gland from the
inner end. Position the seal in it's groove,
and release and remove the tool. Press
the seal into its seat the rest of the way by
hand.
NOTE:Threaded gland is shown above
for reference.
2. Install the new piston ring, rod wiper,
O-rings, and backup washers if appli-
cable on the piston
Be careful not to damage the seals. Cau-
tion must be used when installing the pis-
ton ring. The ring must be stretched care-
fully over the piston with a smooth, round,
pointed tool.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
RETAINING RING TYPE GLAND
1. After installing the internal gland
seal, install the external O-ring and
backup washer.
2. Slide the gland onto the cylinder rod
being careful not to damage the rod wiper.
Then install the spacer, or flat washer (if so
equipped), small O-ring, piston, and hex
nut onto the end of the cylinder rod.
3. Secure the cylinder rod (mounting
end) in a vise, with a support at it's center.
Torque the nut to the amount
gland retainer ring should be hidden (not
turned so it is exposed in the slot) to
prevent it from popping out.
O - RING
BACKUP WASHER